1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 685 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Steyr 650T. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Jeep | Steyr |
| Model | Jeepster | 650T |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1850 mm |
